Amt der NÖ Landesregierung, Abteilung Finanzen, F1

The Finance Department (F1) within the Office of the Lower Austrian State Government is the central funding administration office of the federal state of Lower Austria. It is responsible for the preparation and management of the state budget as well as the design, announcement, administration, and monitoring of funding programs across various sectors. These include, among others, the special financial action for municipalities, funding for development cooperation and humanitarian aid abroad, subsidies for needy, disabled, or otherwise eligible individuals, as well as the allocation of foundation free places and various educational grants. The department ensures legally compliant processing of all funding procedures, safeguards data protection in accordance with the GDPR, and provides transparent information and advisory services for applicants.

Our mission is a sustainable, transparent, and responsive financial administration for Lower Austria. We create the financial framework conditions to promote social cohesion, economic development, and international solidarity. Through efficient allocation of funds and strict control mechanisms, we contribute to the optimal use of public resources.

The funding programs and services of the Finance Department are aimed at municipalities and municipal entities in Lower Austria, individuals in emergency situations (e.g., disabled, ill, or minor orphans), educational institutions and students (e.g., foundation scholarships), NGOs and project partners in developing countries, as well as other organizations and companies applying for public funds or involved in state projects.